Engineer, Auto Controls

About the Role :

This position is responsible for design and development of systems for manufacturing operations. You will collaborate with departmental and the leadership team to determine existing automation capabilities and future opportunities, creating detailed project road maps for automation projects that support our business objectives Additionally, a Control Engineer can be responsible for increasing production efficiency by evaluating performance and proposing and implementing improvements.

The position requires strong problem-solving and verbal and written communication skills.

Yo ur Responsibilities :

Electrical Interprets Electrical wiring diagrams; Updates electrical wiring diagrams in AutoCAD / SolidWorksDevelops electrical design, schematics, and drawings in AutoCADInterprets mechanical design drawings for electrical requirements (e.

g., SolidWorks)Research supplier products for assembly componentsFollows established standards for drawings and component selectionsHelps establish new and maintain existing standardsInterprets / develops electrical bill of materialsUses hand tools and multi-meter to safely work in an electrical panelPowers up electrical systems and configure hardware per application specificationsChecks quality of assemblers and technicians work and responds to inquiries during assemblyWorks with Sales Engineers to provide input with quote preparation as requiredChecks quality of work and responds to inquiries during project implementationUnderstanding of basic electrical principals such as Ohm's Law and Watt's Law

• Software Designs, develops, programs PLC code for given requirements and specificationsUnderstands internal customer requirements for GUI / communication interface, networking and creates specifications based on these requirementsReviews, repairs, and redesigns legacy codeTroubleshoots issues with existing company installed systemsWrites user manuals to communicate functionality of company developed programsBasic PC networking understanding Understanding of Boolean LogicInterprets PLC Ladder LogicTroubleshoots issues with existing company installed systems
• General Expectations Complies with the company safety procedures. Lives the company culture of integrity and professional competence.

Provides timely and detailed status updatesQuality Ensures standards are maintained in a highly regulated, process-driven environmentThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this position.

These are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all associated responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions .

Other duties as assigned

Let's Talk About Your Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree
• College Major Desired : Controls / Electrical, or related discipline
• 5+ years of experience in the automation industry
• Proficient in Design / Drafting Tools AutoCAD and SolidWorks
• Programming Logic Controllers (PLC) (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens)
• Configuring and designing HMI / OIT systems (e.g., Allen Bradley, National Instruments, Maple Systems)
• Experience and skill in troubleshooting control system issues
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Must be a self-starter, team player, work well with others and have a positive attitude
• Must be a creative thinker, results-oriented, focused, and attentive to detail and accuracy
• Must have ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines
• Innovative problem solver
• Continuous self-improvement
• Must be organized, detail-oriented and able to think designs through completely
• Preferred : Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma training is a plusMS Office 2010 (Excel, Word, Outlook) and general computer literacyProficiency with AutoCAD and / or SolidWorksFamiliar with Industry Standards UL and CEFamiliar with Vision Systems (e.

g., Cognex, Keyence)Familiar with various Motion Controllers / Actuators (e.g., IAI, Yasakawa)Familiar with Industrial robotic applications

Leadership Attributes :

At Wabash, we pride ourselves on being empowering, and there are some things we feel very strongly about :

• Embrace Diversity and Inclusion Solicit and respect the input of others, celebrate differences, and strive for transparency and inclusiveness.
• Seek to Listen Actively listen to reach the best solution and make the strongest decisions
• Always Learn Strive to improve; do not quit or settle for the status quo
• Be Authentic Demonstrate honesty, incredible energy, and grit in everything you do
• Win Together Collaborate, seek alignment, and excel at cross-group communication to success as one team and One Wabash

Join us in turning ideas into world-changing realities. Curate and build your high-impact professional career at Wabash!

Affirmative Action / EEO Statement :

Wabash is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for its applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or other protected class or activity under federal, state, or local law.

All employment decisions must be based on neutral, legitimate criteria. All employment policies and rules shall be applied equally to similarly situated applicants.

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